Missouri Tax Deed & Tax Lien Auctions
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Missouri recovers unpaid property taxes through tax lien (certificate). Certificate; redemption 1 year (2 years on 3rd offering). Whether you invest in Missouri tax deeds, tax liens or foreclosures, the biggest risk is what survives the sale, senior liens, code enforcement, flood exposure. TaxDeedIQ scores every Missouri auction from 0 to 100 and lists exactly what to verify before you bid.
| Sale type | Tax Lien (certificate) |
| Redemption period | 1 year |
| Statutory return | 10%/yr (+8% on the overbid) |
| Bidding | premium |
| Federal IRS lien | 120-day redemption on any deed sale |
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Is tax deed investing legal in Missouri?
Yes. Missouri conducts tax lien (certificate) through county auctions to recover unpaid property taxes. The key is due diligence, TaxDeedIQ scores each Missouri auction 0–100 and flags what can survive the sale.
What is the redemption period in Missouri?
Missouri allows redemption for about 1 year after the sale, with 10%/yr (+8% on the overbid) to the investor if the owner redeems. Federal IRS liens keep a 120-day redemption right.
How does bidding work at Missouri tax sales?
Certificate; redemption 1 year (2 years on 3rd offering). Bidding method: premium.
Tax sales in other states
See all 50 states →Informational only, not legal or investment advice. Rules and rates change; confirm with the county before bidding. IRS liens keep a 120-day redemption right on tax deed sales.